Build a budget-friendly small form factor gaming PC for stunning 1440p performance. Discover tips, components, and tricks for compact builds.

Cost as of this writing: $479 to $504, depending on your case ...

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We've also included a couple of sample builds below that you could follow in order to build a high-end or budget gaming PC. Before we dive in, we should note that this guide only covers the actual PC.

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